Heart of a Knight

Brynden's little boat gradually drifted away. As its blurred outline slowly merged into the darkness, Brienne came to Gryn's side and handed him a wineskin.

"It's time for a little celebration."

Taking the wineskin, Gryn pulled out the stopper and took a swig of Summer Wine.

A light breeze passed by, gently lifting his ink-black hair.

Gryn suddenly said, "Brienne, do you know what I'm looking forward to most right now?"

Brienne turned her gaze toward Gryn and blinked. "Hoping tonight's battle goes smoothly?"

"I've planned beneath Riverrun for so long that my preparations can be said to be sufficient. The rest need only be left to The Gods."

As he spoke, the corner of Gryn's mouth curled slightly. "I'm looking forward to having Dany by my side. I want to 'punish' her for seven days and seven nights... continuously."

Brienne seemed a little surprised. "Punish?"

Gryn tipped back his head and laughed. "I mean punishment in bed."

"..." Brienne's clear blue eyes drifted elsewhere.

Watching Brienne earnestly admire the enchanting night view of the Red Fork, Gryn could not help but laugh.

He tossed the wineskin to Brienne. "Come on. Let's go see my knights."

The damp earth gave off a faintly fishy smell. Amid the silence, only their footsteps could be heard.

"That... um..."

Gryn did not stop walking, merely glancing sideways at Brienne behind him.

Brienne hurried a few steps to his side. After silently looking at him several times, she showed a rare trace of shyness. "Wouldn't that be too tiring?"

"Too tiring?"

Gryn raised a brow, while Brienne seemed afraid to meet his eyes. "Seven days straight..."

"..."

After a moment of silence, Gryn cleared his throat. "Thank you for your advice, Ser."

Though Brienne meant well, she had somehow stirred the merciful Lord Gryn's